Nonomiya Shrine

Nonomiya Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Ukyō Ward, Kyoto. The site features a simple wooden main hall set among tall trees, with traditional stone lanterns and paths lined with wooden railings characteristic of Japanese shrine design.

The shrine originated from historical connections to imperial family rituals and practices. For centuries, this location served as a place for ceremonies related to spiritual preparation and purification traditions.

This shrine holds special meaning as a place dedicated to imperial purification rituals in Japanese belief. Visitors can observe traditional practices such as water cleansing at the entrance, which remains part of how people interact with the space today.

The shrine is freely accessible throughout the year without tickets. The grounds are laid out for easy walking and there is space to move around, though it can become crowded during peak visiting times.

The shrine's name comes from a historical term for a residence used by priestesses during imperial rituals, reflecting deep royal connections that few other sites in Japan share. This background makes it distinct from many other Shinto shrines in the region.

Location: Ukyō Ward

Address: 京都府京都市右京区嵯峨野々宮町1

Website: http://nonomiya.com/eng.html

GPS coordinates: 35.01778,135.67417

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:05